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England · Solar control

Solar-control roof lanterns in Essex

Buy solar-control roof lanterns for homes and building projects anywhere in Essex. See guide prices below, then get a fixed written quote for your size, glass and colours.

AreaEssex
NationEngland
Towns listed22
Guide price from£1,495
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Choosing solar-control roof lanterns in Essex

Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.

Across Essex, the shortest day brings around 7h 48m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 61.7° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.

  • Combined with a self-cleaning outer pane
  • Recommended on south and west roofs
  • Neutral or blue tints
  • Cuts summer heat gain through the roof

Delivery and fitting in Essex

Delivery to mainland addresses here is quoted for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.

Solar-control roof lantern prices

What solar-control roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):

Solar-control roof lantern prices
Kerb sizeRoof areaGuide priceConfigure
1000 × 1500 mm1.50 m²£1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT fromConfigure
1000 × 2000 mm2.00 m²£1,695–£1,995£1,412 ex VAT fromConfigure
1500 × 2000 mm3.00 m²£2,195–£2,595£1,829 ex VAT fromConfigure
1500 × 2500 mm3.75 m²£2,495–£2,895£2,079 ex VAT fromConfigure
2000 × 3000 mm6.00 m²£3,495–£4,095£2,912 ex VAT fromConfigure
2000 × 4000 mm8.00 m²£4,495–£5,195£3,746 ex VAT fromConfigure

Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with solar-control double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.

Planning and building regulations in Essex

England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.

Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.

Building regulations are checked by your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. Replacing a rooflight in an existing home is building work. Installers registered with a competent person scheme can self-certify; otherwise building control must be involved.

Sources: Approved Document L, GOV.UK · Planning Portal

Solar-control roof lanterns in Essex: questions

Does it help in winter?

Solar control mainly limits summer heat. Winter heat loss is governed by the U-value, which depends on the glazing unit and frame.

Can blinds do the same job?

Internal blinds reduce glare but the heat is already inside the room. Glass that stops the heat at the roof is more effective.

Is solar control the same as tinted glass?

Solar-control coatings often look slightly tinted, but the performance comes from the coating, not just the colour.

Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Essex?

Often not, but it depends on the roof, the property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Check with your district, borough or unitary council before ordering.

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